To apply, submit your current resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the Position Description. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child‑related employment in accordance with CECG policy.
Employment Details
Employment Status: Full‑time
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Salary Range: $82,796 to $136,848 plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.
Start Date: January 2026, Term One
About Merici College
Merici College is a vibrant community dedicated to supporting qualified growth and building upon skills and expertise. Our Mission Statement empowers women to love life, have hope, be faithful, and build futures more wondrous than they dare to dream. As an all‑girls school for Years 7–12, Merici College proudly offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (Years 11–12) and the Middle Years Programme (Years 7–10). Joining our team means contributing to a culture of excellence where innovative programmes and teaching practices inspire students to achieve their full potential academically, spiritually, and socially.
About The Role
The Humanities Teacher inspires students to explore history, geography, civics, and culture through engaging, curriculum‑aligned lessons that develop curiosity, critical thinking, and global awareness. The role involves using a variety of evidence‑based teaching strategies and resources to create meaningful learning experiences, providing regular assessment and feedback to support student progress, and working collaboratively with colleagues and families to enhance learning outcomes. The position also requires upholding professional standards through ongoing development and accreditation.
Benefits And Opportunities
- Extensive training in our high‑quality professional learning program, Catalyst
- Access to curriculum resources that support evidence‑based, high‑impact teaching practice
- 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
- Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non‑initial primary carer leave)
- Support for professional development and study opportunities
- Access to our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish
- Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching
- ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration
- ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) accreditation
EEO Statement
CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.
Position‑specific queries
Please contact Nicola McLennan on 02 6243 4100 or via email
Application queries
Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email
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